Description
Mojito magic sparkles through summer cocktails from Cuba, blending mint, rum, and lime into cool refreshments. Sophisticated sippers savor these classic drinks as perfect companions for warm afternoons and breezy evenings.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 oz (60 ml) white rum
- 2 tsps (10 ml) sugar (or simple syrup)
- 8 fresh mint leaves
- ½ lime, cut into wedges
- 34 oz (1 liter) club soda
- 1 mint sprig (for garnish)
- 1 lime wheel (for garnish)
- Ice cubes
Instructions
- Flavor Infusion: Delicately muddle mint leaves with lime wedges and sugar in a tall glass, coaxing out the herb’s vibrant essential oils and allowing the sugar to melt slightly, creating a fragrant base.
- Rum Foundation: Cascade chilled white rum over the muddled ingredients, transforming the mixture into a spirited Caribbean-inspired canvas of flavor.
- Chill and Dilute: Pack the glass with crushed or cubed ice, strategically cooling the drink while gently softening its intense profile, ensuring a crisp and balanced beverage.
- Effervescent Finish: Stream sparkling club soda into the glass, introducing a light, bubbly dimension that elevates the mojito’s refreshing character.
- Harmonize and Garnish: Blend the components thoroughly with a long cocktail spoon, then crown the drink with vibrant mint sprigs and elegant lime wheel slices, creating a visually stunning and aromatic presentation.
- Serve and Enjoy: Present the mojito immediately, inviting guests to savor this quintessential summer cocktail that embodies tropical relaxation and sophisticated flavor.
Notes
- Muddle Mint Carefully: Gently press mint leaves to release oils without tearing, which prevents bitterness and preserves the delicate herb’s fresh flavor.
- Choose Quality Rum: Select a smooth white rum that complements the mint and lime, enhancing the cocktail’s overall taste profile.
- Optimize Ice Selection: Use crushed or large cubed ice to maintain proper chilling and dilution without watering down the drink too quickly.
- Balance Sweetness Precisely: Adjust sugar levels gradually, tasting as you mix to achieve the perfect sweet-tart harmony typical of an authentic mojito.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Category: Drinks, Cocktails
- Method: Blending
- Cuisine: Cuban
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2
- Calories: 145
- Sugar: 5 g
- Sodium: 0 mg
- Fat: 0 g
- Saturated Fat: 0 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 7 g
- Fiber: 0 g
- Protein: 0 g
- Cholesterol: 0 mg